1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2006 Ford Territory
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Territory weights approximately 58 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Ambassador (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2006 Ford Territory | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Ambassador | Territory |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3983 cc |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |
